
Preload Assassin's Creed Shadows to play the game immediately on its release date. See its preload date and time, as well as how to preload the game and the details of its file size here!
List of Contents
| Preload Availability | |
|---|---|
| Xbox Series X|S | 2:00PM, March 4 (UTC) |
| PC | 4:00PM, March 17 (UTC) |
| PS5 | 12:00AM, March 18 (Local Time) |
Assassin's Creed Shadows preload was available prior to the March 20 release of the game on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC. With the game's launch, the option is no longer available.

Preloading allows you to install the game in advance which means that you will be able to play Assassin's Creed Shadows immediately at release day. This is perfect for long-time fans of the Assassin's Creed series and also newcomers who are excited to see what the game offers immediately.
| 1 | On your console, navigate toward the Store, and type Assassin's Creed Shadows on the search bar. |
|---|---|
| 2 | Choose any edition of AC Shadows you would like to purchase, and select Pre-Order on its store page. |
| 3 | Input your chosen mode of payment and purchase the game. |
| 4 | Afterward, it will automatically be added to your library where you can select the Download Now option to begin preloading the game. |
| 1 | Navigate toward the PlayStation Store and search for Assasin's Creed Shadows on the search bar. |
|---|---|
| 2 | Select your desired edition of AC Shadows, select pre-purchase, accept the Immediate Payment notice, and select Order and Pay at checkout after inputting your payment details. |
| 3 | The game will begin to preload itself automatically upon purchase once preload becomes available, or go to your PS5's Library and manually start the download from there. |

Assassin's Creed Shadows has a huge file size across all platforms. It will require 106 GB for PC, 115.52 GB for Xbox Series, and 123 GB for Mac. PS5 version will most likely have similar size to the Xbox Series version.

Assassin's Creed News and Game Info
Update 1.0.1 Patch Notes
Updated 3/25/2025
Check out the patch notes for the first AC Shadows update!
DLC Content and Roadmap
Updated 7/24/2025
Check out the upcoming Claws of Awaji DLC and roadmap of the game!
All Voice Actors
Updated 3/20/2025
Find out the voices behind the characters!
All AC Shadows Editions
Updated 3/13/2025
Learn more about all the three Assassin's Creed Shadows game editions.
| Pre-Release Articles | |
|---|---|
| Release Time and Countdown | Preload Date and Time |
| Pre-Order Guide | Platforms and Consoles |
| Is AC Shadows Available on Game Pass? | - |
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